Upper Silesian Museum

The Upper Silesian Museum is a local museum in Ratingen dedicated to the history and culture of the Upper Silesia region. Its collections display objects, documents, and artwork that show how people lived and how the area developed over time.

The museum was founded in 1983 to preserve the story of Upper Silesia, a region with a complicated past between Germany and Poland. Over centuries, this area changed hands and cultures many times, shaping its identity.

The museum brings Upper Silesian traditions to life through its exhibitions, showing how people from this region lived and worked. You can see how these customs still matter to both German and Polish communities today.

The museum is located in a modern building and is open Tuesday through Sunday, closed on Mondays. You can take your time exploring the exhibitions at your own pace, and staff are available if you have questions about what you see.

The museum runs specialized information centers with materials focused on Silesia, Bohemia, and Moravia. These collections hold rare books and images for researchers and visitors who want to dig deeper into the stories of these regions.

Location: Ratingen

Inception: 1983

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 11:00-17:00

GPS coordinates: 51.33616,6.90017

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:44